Focus Four: Struck-By Awareness

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Struck-By Awareness course educates workers on identifying jobsite hazards from flying objects, falling debris, swinging equipment, and rolling machinery. It emphasizes situational awareness to anticipate and mitigate potential dangers. Trainees learn about the four primary hazard categories and the importance of vigilance.

An interactive simulation immerses participants in a virtual jobsite to identify and categorize hazards, reinforcing their understanding and application. This training aims to foster a safer workplace through enhanced hazard recognition and response skills.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Identify the four main types of struck-by hazards;
• Identify controls to prevent or protect from struck-by hazards;
• Develop an awareness of best practices when working near struck-by hazards.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?

All workers in construction.

STANDARDS

OSHA Standard: 1926.95, .201, .451, .601-.604, .651, .1424, & Subparts E, G, H, I, T, O, CC and industry best practices.